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311TH SIGNAL COMMAND
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Shoulder Sleeve Insignia


Description/Blazon
On a blue shield 3 1/4 inches (8.26cm) in height with a 1/8 inch (.32cm) white border, a yellow Phoenix arising from a red flame all above an orange demi-globe gridlined blue in base.

Symbolism
The Phoenix arising from the flame represents rebirth and is indicative of a new command. The orange demi-globe symbolizes the worldwide capabilities of the organization. The blue background alludes to the sky and the transmission of voice, picture and data via satellite.

Background
The shoulder sleeve insignia was approved on 22 Mar 1996.




Distinctive Unit Insignia


Description/Blazon
A silver color metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86cm) in height overall consisting of a silver broad arrow upon a blue background between two silver lightning flashes chevronwise conjoined at the top, all above an orange demi-globe with silver gridlines. Attached at base a blue scroll inscribed "THE THEATER VOICE" in silver.

Symbolism
Orange and white (silver) are the colors used for Signal organizations. The lightning bolts signify the harnessed power of communications. The arrowhead represents combat readiness and points to the sky, symbolizing the transmission of data via satellite. The globe symbolizes the worldwide capability of the organization. The motto highlights the unit's mission as the theater's communication link.

Background
The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 22 Mar 1996.





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